Clinical Applications of Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning in Hand Surgery: A Scoping Review

The objective of this scoping review is to provide an insight into the current state of AI implementation in hand surgery. Its aim is not only to highlight the diversity of this topic, but also to assess the future relevance of AI in the everyday routine of hand surgery in hospitals. This review seeks to summarize the current research findings in this field and to identify potential areas for future studies. Therefore, this scoping review aims to systematically identify, categorize, and describe the existing literature on AI and ML applications in hand surgery, thereby providing a structured foundation for future research and potential clinical implementation.